1. How much does admission cost? Can I purchase tickets at the gate?

General Admission: $10 per person

Event Week Admission: $12 per person

Kids 8 and under: FREE admission!

A limited number of tickets will be available for purchase at the gate during each admission time slot. However, guests who purchase tickets online will receive priority entry.

We highly recommend purchasing your tickets in advance to secure your spot and skip the ticket purchase line!

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2. What are the event hours?

Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 12 PM – 9 PM

Admission Time Slots:

• 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM: $10 Admission/$12 week of the event

• 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM: $10 Admission/$12 week of the event 

How do admission time slots work?

Your selected time slot is your arrival and check-in window, NOT a limit on how long you can stay!

Guests must arrive and check in during their selected time slot. Once inside, you're welcome to stay and enjoy the festival for as long as you'd like until the event closes.

You may arrive at any point during your selected time slot. There's no need to arrive right when it begins!

BUY ONLINE – SKIP THE LINE! Online ticket holders receive priority entry over guests purchasing tickets at the gate.

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3. Where is the event? Is parking free?

Mike Greenwell Regional Park (formerly Lee Civic Center)

11831 Bayshore Road, North Fort Myers, FL 33917

Parking Information:

• Parking is completely FREE!

• Parking attendants will be available to direct vehicles to designated parking areas.

• Accessible parking is available. Please ask a parking attendant for assistance.

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4. What can I bring to the festival?

-Outside Food & Drinks

Outside food and beverages are NOT permitted.

-Coolers, Backpacks & Large Bags

Coolers are NOT permitted. Backpacks and large bags are not permitted or may be subject to security searches.

-Chairs, Tents & Canopies

Lawn chairs are welcome! Tents and canopies are NOT permitted.

-Kids

Absolutely! The Southwest Florida Pickle Festival is a family-friendly event, and kids 8 and under receive FREE admission.

-Dogs

Dogs and service animals are welcome! All dogs must remain leashed, and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets.

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5. What activities will be available?

Get ready for a full day of pickle-packed fun, food, drinks, live entertainment, and more!

Here's what you can look forward to:

• Pickle-Themed Food: Explore unique pickle-inspired creations and festival specials priced at $10 or less per item! Food is sold à la carte.

• Drinks Galore: A wide variety of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages.

• Live Concerts: Enjoy live music throughout the day!

• Pickle-Themed Craft Marketplace: Shop from local artisans, crafters, and unique vendors.

• FREE Kids Zone: Presented by Family First Event Rentals.

• FREE Mechanical Pickle Bull: Put your riding skills to the test!

• Pickle Eating Contest: Think you can handle the challenge?

• FREE Axe Throwing: Presented by Chuck It Axes.

• And SO MUCH MORE!

Please note: Some activities require an additional fee. Food and beverages are sold separately. Be sure to check out each participating food vendor's menu for their pickle-inspired specials!

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6. Is the festival wheelchair accessible?

Yes! Mike Greenwell Regional Park is wheelchair accessible.

The event area is primarily flat and paved, allowing for easier navigation throughout the festival.

Accessible parking is also available. Please ask a parking attendant for assistance upon arrival.

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7. Do vendors accept credit cards? Will there be vegan or vegetarian options? Where can I purchase drinks?

Payment Options

Most vendors accept both cash and credit cards. However, we recommend bringing some cash just in case.

Vegan & Vegetarian Options

Vegan and vegetarian options are typically available at our festivals, but specific menu items cannot be guaranteed. We recommend checking with individual food vendors about their offerings.

Beverages

All alcoholic beverages, sodas, juices, and bottled water will be available for purchase at the Official Event Bars.

Food vendors may also offer bottled water for purchase.

Please note: Participating vendors, menus, and locations within the festival are subject to change.

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8. Will the event sell out?

It is possible!

The Southwest Florida Pickle Festival has the potential to sell out, and tickets at the gate will be limited.

We strongly recommend purchasing your tickets online in advance to guarantee your admission and avoid the ticket purchase line!

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9. What is the live concert schedule?

Get ready for live music throughout the day featuring:

• 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM: The Family Band Jackson

• 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM: Flora

• 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM: Damsel

Performance times and entertainment schedules are subject to change.

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10. Is there anything else I should know?

Please review these important festival policies before attending:

• Rain or Shine: This event will take place rain or shine.

• All Sales Final: All ticket purchases are non-refundable.

• Event Changes: Participating vendors, entertainment, activities, schedules, and event logistics are subject to change.

• Photography & Videography: By attending, you acknowledge that event photography and video footage may be captured and used for promotional and marketing purposes.

• Alcohol Policy: Guests must be 21 years of age or older and present a valid government-issued photo ID to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages. Please drink responsibly.

• Code of Conduct: We reserve the right to deny entry to or remove anyone displaying belligerent, inappropriate, disruptive, or overly intoxicated behavior.

We can't wait to see you at the Southwest Florida Pickle Festival on November 14th!